Events

Our Cult Classics calendar includes silver screen masterpieces from the early 20th century through to now.

We're showcasing all ten feature films by the master of surreal cinema, David Lynch, to commemorate his 75th birthday.

Join us for a special limited season of this critically acclaimed portrait of the greatest football manager in history!

A complete retrospective of the master of melodrama's films.

Rediscover the magic of the original master of film comedy, Charlie Chaplin, with this glorious program of his greatest films.

See the acclaimed cringe-comedy Shiva Baby ahead of release, with limited edition Babka Choc-Tops available at the bar.

Seven of the irreverent, rule-breaking director's best films.

Discover the essence of French cool with our essential Jean-Pierre Melville retrospective, featuring six stunning features.

Join us for this fascinating & untold true story of what happened to the Titanic's Chinese passengers!

Join us for a special event screening of this revelatory film that tackles the most vital issues facing us today

Join us to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Spirited Away, one of the most beautiful animated films ever made!

Join us for a 50th anniversary celebration of this beloved family classic, presented in beautiful 4K!

Join us to celebrate the 20th anniversary of this iconic Aussie crime thriller that made Eric Bana into a star!

Join us for a special event screening of "The Last Horns of Africa" featuring a virtual Q&A with directors Morgan Pelt and Garth Bruno Austin!

Join us for a special limited season of André Rieu's latest concert, a heart-warming global spectacular!

Join us for regular stand-up comedy events live in cinema featuring some of Melbourne's best comedians.

Beloved Australian comedian Tom Ballard (Tonightly with Tom Ballard) performs LIVE at Classic!

A Celebration of Cinema’s Grand Heritage

Join us for a live performance of this incredible film's soundtrack from acclaimed guitarists the Grigoryan Brothers!

To celebrate PTA's upcoming film "Soggy Bottom", we're showcasing all 8 features from this daring and eclectic master of cinema.

Presenting a selection of the best live theatre performances from The Metropolitan Opera on the big screen.

We're bringing nearly the entire oeuvre of the Master of Suspense himself back to the big screen.

Weekly open caption sessions for anyone who needs it.

We are the proud home of the Jewish International Film Festival in Melbourne.

Crying, kicking, screaming is welcome, and that goes for the babies as well. 

Jazz, comedy and talks are back at Classic Southside.

Presenting fine art and theatre on The Big Screen. 

Dream, learn and giggle at the Children's International Film Festival

They had style, they had grace. Special matinee screenings of the greatest and most glamourous pictures from Hollywood and beyond. Don't just stand there, let's get to it!

Come up and see us sometime.

Enjoy previews of these fresh films with a complimentary Kaiju Krush! on arrival*, plus cheap frothies from the bar until close.

Co-presented by the Jewish International Film Festival.

Melbourne comedy queen Fiona O’Loughlin (Spicks and Specks, I’m a Celebrity) headlines a night of side-splitting stand-up live at Classic, MCed by radio legend Richard Stubbs!

Our new limited edition tote is a must-have accessory for any serious cinephile.

Attention Classic superfans! We have a limited supply of Classic t-shirts and masks for sale in the gift shop.

The best of British theatre on our cinema screens.

Every second Thursday at Classic Southside.